Evans Kachingwe
Communication And Business Development Officer
Lusaka
Summary
Experienced professional seeking opportunity to contribute qualifications and skills to dynamic organization that values growth and development. Adept at utilizing expertise to the fullest while expanding capabilities. Enthusiastic about growing alongside organization and making meaningful impact in its success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial and Business Development Officer
Agricultural and Commercial Cooperative Society of Zambia Limited
1 2019 - Current
- Manage property and allocate spaces to interested parties
- Update the Commercial Judges register throughout the year
- Take minutes during Commercial meetings
- Address matters arising from Commercial meetings
- Attend to both old and new clients, soliciting new business for the society
- Maintain and schedule private Show Society stands
- Keep records of stands available for leasing
- Arrange interviews for office space applicants
- Ensure clients properly complete off-show forms and allocate stands to applicants accurately
- Develop and maintain new business ventures and respond to client queries professionally
- Prepare weekly reports, allocate exhibition spaces during the Agricultural Show, and perform duties assigned by superiors.
Sales Representative
Ryan Advertising Limited
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Identify and reach out to potential clients to generate new business
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
- Present and demonstrate products or services to clients
- Negotiate and close sales deals to meet or exceed sales targets
- Conduct market research to understand customer needs and preferences
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop sales strategies and promotional activities
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions in the CRM system
- Provide after-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Attend industry events and trade shows to network and promote products or services
- Prepare regular sales reports and updates for management, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
Administrative Assistant
Orokoso Limited
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Manage day-to-day administrative operations to ensure efficient office functioning
- Oversee and maintain office supplies inventory, ordering new supplies as needed
- Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
- Maintain organized filing systems for both physical and digital documents
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial reports
- Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls, emails, and mail
- Support the recruitment process by arranging interviews and managing applicant documentation
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Assist in the planning and execution of company events and activities.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Public Administration and Development Studies
University of Zambia (UNZA)
General School Certificate -
St Francis Secondary School
Skills
Compliance
Budgeting
Leadership
Research
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Strategy
Teamwork
Budgeting
Performance Goals
Relationship building and rapport
Affiliations
Fully paid-up member of Marketing Institution of Zambia
Personal Information
Nationality: Zambian
Languages
English
Bemba
Nyanja
References
- Mwiya Mukamba , Chief Executive Officer,Agricultural & Commercial Co-operative Society of Zambia Limited, mwiyam1@gmail.com, +260977417396
- Micheal Masongo, Internal Auditor, Agricultural & Commercial Co-operative Society of Zambia Limited, masongom@yahoo.co.uk, +260963913900
- Memory Jackie Mulenga, Account Management Associate, National Pension Scheme Authority, mulengam@napsa.co.zm, +260966092012
Timeline
Sales Representative
Ryan Advertising Limited
01.2018 - 12.2018
Administrative Assistant
Orokoso Limited
01.2017 - 01.2018
Commercial and Business Development Officer
Agricultural and Commercial Cooperative Society of Zambia Limited
1 2019 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Public Administration and Development Studies
University of Zambia (UNZA)
General School Certificate -
St Francis Secondary School